Sales Manager

Xylem

Sales Manager leading Xylem’s Midwest sales team for Evoqua high-purity and wastewater solutions. Driving strategy, customer growth, CRM reporting, and team performance.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeBolingbrook • Illinois, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing strategic sales plans, managing sales teams, and utilizing CRM software to enhance customer interactions. Proven ability to analyze market trends, set sales targets, and deliver measurable results through effective project management and team training.

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Sales Strategy DevelopmentCRM Software ProficiencyTeam LeadershipProject ManagementMarket Analysis

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Hard Skills

Sales StrategySales ForecastingSales BudgetingData AnalysisCustomer Relationship ManagementSales ReportingMarket Trend AnalysisSales TechniquesKPI MonitoringBusiness Development

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStrategic ThinkingCollaborationProblem SolvingTeam Building

Tools & Technologies

SalesForceCRM Systems

Industry Keywords

Sales ManagementCustomer SatisfactionMarket TrendsSales PerformanceProduct Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives
Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify new sales opportunities
Set sales targets and monitor team performance
Create and maintain sales budget and forecast reports
Build and maintain relationships with key customers and partners
Monitor customer satisfaction and address issues or concerns
Identify and develop new business opportunities
Collaborate with marketing and customer service teams to enhance customer experience
Track and analyze sales data
Prepare and present sales reports and forecasts to senior management
Monitor competitor activity and market trends and adjust sales strategies
Utilize CRM software to manage customer interactions and sales activities
Stay current with industry developments and market trends
Understand company products and services and communicate their value to customers
Train team members on products and sales techniques
Participate in product development and provide sales-team feedback
Lead and manage a sales team, providing guidance, feedback, and support
Set goals and KPIs and monitor performance
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
Develop and implement training programs
Allocate personnel, tools, and resources to achieve project goals
Lead improvement projects from initiation to completion
Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results
Report sales performance to senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, or related field
At least 5 years of experience
At least 2 years of experience as a people manager or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts
Strong technical skills with proficiency in sales tools and software (e.g., SalesForce, CRM systems)
Experience developing and implementing sales strategies and plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present findings clearly and persuasively
Strategic thinker with a test and learn approach to marketing efforts and process improvements
Ability to allocate personnel, tools, and other resources efficiently
End-to-end project management experience
Ability to monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure timely delivery of measurable results

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Reasonable accommodations